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Probable 18th century cast and tooled sestertius of Nero, Lugdunum mint, AD 62-68.: CM.SJ.538-R

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Titles

Probable 18th century cast and tooled sestertius of Nero, Lugdunum mint, AD 62-68.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Nero (AD 54-68)
Mint: Lugdunum

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Notes

History note: Bromsall Collection (1758)

Measurements and weight

Diameter: 36 mm
Die Axis: 180 degrees
Weight: 26.94 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Loan (1938) by St John's College

Dating

62 - 68

Materials used in production

Orichalcum

Techniques used in production

Struck

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.SJ.538-R
Primary reference Number: 229648

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Created: Friday 30 August 2019 Updated: Monday 3 February 2025

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: External
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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